1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 15 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 420 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |