1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Aspen | Elite |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
