1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Aspen | Viva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |