1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 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.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
