1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 92 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Aspen |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |