1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Expedition |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |