1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 34 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 287 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Aspen | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
