1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 766 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Savana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
