1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1990 Proton Saloon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Proton Saloon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 616 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
