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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 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 120 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 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 | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |