1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 42 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
