1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 626 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
