1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 66 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Reatta | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
