1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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 Renault Megane, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
