1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper 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 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper 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 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
