1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Aspen | 626 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |