1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 267 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 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
