1994 Proton Persona vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 598 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Proton Persona | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | Persona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |