1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 323 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
