1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
