1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 806 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
