1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
