1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 16 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 338 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Aspen | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
