1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Aspen | 24 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
