1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Proton 300
To start off, both 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 1999 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton 300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1999 Proton 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |