1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 929 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
