1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
