1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Explorer |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |