1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
