1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda Cosmo 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 1978 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300, 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, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Cosmo | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
