1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
