1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 995 kg more than 1977 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Chante |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
