1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3490 mm |
