1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
