1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Yaris |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |