1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 732 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
