1994 Proton Persona vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 514 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 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Proton Persona | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | Persona | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2616 mm |