1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 2 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 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 Kia Sportage, 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
