1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1985 Proton Saloon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Luce | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
