1991 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 16 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, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
