1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 6 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 45 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 711 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Starlet |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |