1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 26 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
