1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 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 Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Luce | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| 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 | 108 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 |
