1990 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1990 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Proton Saloon | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | Saloon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
