1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 24 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
