2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 29 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
