1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Aspen | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
