1995 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 20 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 27 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Aspen |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1470 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 |