1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 90 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Nova |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
