1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 63 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Aspen | Forester |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2615 mm |