1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 26 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |