1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 811 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Aspen | Touareg |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2855 mm |