1986 Proton Saloon vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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. Both 1986 Proton Saloon and 2004 Toyota Yaris are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Proton Saloon. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Proton Saloon | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
