1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 70 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 975 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Chante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
