2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 206 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
