1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 25 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Aspen | UTE |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
