1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 257 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Mustang |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |