1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1030 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Aspen | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
