1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 543 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Aspen | Exige |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2299 mm |