1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2001 Proton Saloon is newer by 30 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Luce | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| 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 | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 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 |
