1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 32 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 940 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 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Titan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4060 mm |
