1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
