1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 29 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, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Aspen | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
