1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Aspen | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |