1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 26 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | FXS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
