1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 29 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 839 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
