1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
