1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 438 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Aspen | Luce |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |