1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
