1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 19 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 470 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Dodge Aspen has manual transmission. 1976 Dodge Aspen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Aspen | Safari |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |