1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 525 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
