1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Laser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
