1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 497 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Camaro | Persona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
