1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
