1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 75 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 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
