1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspen | 406 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
