1994 Proton Persona vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1994 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1994 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Persona | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
