1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
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 Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante 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 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 993 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
