1985 Proton Saloon vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Proton Saloon | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3270 mm |
