1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 598 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Aspen | Durango |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
