1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO 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 1966 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona, 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Pontiac GTO | 1994 Proton Persona | |
Make | Pontiac | Proton |
Model | GTO | Persona |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 366 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |