1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
