1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 489 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Aspen | Spider |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |