1984 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
Because 1976 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
