1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 665 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Aspen | Fusca |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |