1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 30 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 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Territory |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
