1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1970 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
