1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 818 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
