1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
