1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Aspen | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |