1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 453 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Aspen | Kyron |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |