1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Avensis |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |