1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.
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, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |