1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 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 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 49 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
