1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
