1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 11 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 45 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Aspen | Drover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
