2005 Acura NSX vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 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 |
