1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 121 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
