1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 164 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3250 mm |