1993 Proton Persona vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 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, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 2005 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Proton Persona | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Proton | Nissan |
Model | Persona | Primera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |