1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 505 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 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | SRX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
