1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 818 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
