1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
