1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 29 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 415 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 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
