2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 6 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
