1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 110 S | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
