1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 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 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |