2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 917 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
