1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 37 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2685 mm |
