2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Aspen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |