1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 253 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | Charger |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |