1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 573 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Escort |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |