1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Aspen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |