1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 32 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
