1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 970 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Aspen | Envoy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |