1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 31 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 555 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | Vito |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |