1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 38 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 372 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | XTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2831 mm |
