1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara.
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 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2004 Proton Juara 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. 2004 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 121 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
