1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
