2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
