1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1997 Proton Perdana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Perdana weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | Luce | Perdana |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |