1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 29 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Luce | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
