1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1365 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3400 mm |
