1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 270 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
