1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 124 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
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 Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Torino |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |