1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
