1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
