1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1223 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 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Aspen | Defender |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |