1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | Altima |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |