1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 885 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3700 mm |