1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 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), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
