2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
