2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
