1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 22 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 463 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Sidewinder | Aspen |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |