1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Aspen | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |