1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 15 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Verada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
