1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 34 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 135 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
