1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 225 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 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
