1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 9 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 72 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Supra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |