1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 207 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | LTD |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3090 mm |