1988 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Proton Saloon | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Saloon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
