1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | F-350 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3610 mm |