1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 428 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Because 1978 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Puma |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |