1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |