1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 2010 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Antara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
