1994 Proton Saloon vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Proton Saloon | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Saloon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |