1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7.
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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Dodge | Triumph |
Model | Aspen | TR7 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |