1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Aspen | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |