1986 Proton Saloon vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 23 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2009 Ascari A10 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 2009 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Proton Saloon, 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Proton Saloon | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Proton | Ascari |
| Model | Saloon | A10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2636 mm |
