1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 33 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
