1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | Altima |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |