1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | 17 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |