1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2930 mm |