1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | E-150 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3510 mm |