1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1243 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Aspen | Discovery |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |