1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 455 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 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Aspen | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
