1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Aspen | Equator |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3200 mm |