1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
