1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Aspen | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |