1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 33 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Aspen | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
