2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 50 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
