1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1988 Proton Saloon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1988 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Proton Saloon, 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, 1988 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 818 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
