1987 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Proton Saloon | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
