1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
