1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 1996 Mazda 121 and 1996 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (148 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 236 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | 121 | Perdana |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |