1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1093 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
