1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |