1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
