1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1988 Proton Saloon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 509 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 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Daimler | Proton |
| Model | Conquest | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
