1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Capri |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |