1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 14 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |