1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3490 mm |
