1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 542 kg more than 1978 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 Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Aspen |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |