1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 395 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
