1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 14 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 330 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Aspen | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
