1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1002 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.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |