1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Aspen | Griffith |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |