1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 375 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Aspen | FX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |