1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2990 mm |
