1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1068 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |
