1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Focus |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |