1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 1610 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
