1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
