1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 1985 Honda Accord, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |