1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 287 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
