1986 Proton Saloon vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Proton Saloon weights approximately 188 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Proton Saloon | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
