1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Aspen | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
