2001 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 35 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.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
