1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 238 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 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
