1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 23 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Aspen | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
