2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 279 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
