1993 Proton Persona vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Persona | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
