1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 121 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
