1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 12 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 216 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Aspen | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
