1989 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Proton Saloon. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Proton Saloon | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Saloon | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
