2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 81 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
