1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
