1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Aspen | Type S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
