1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
