1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 35 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 317 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | STS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2957 mm |
