1995 Proton Persona vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 396 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Proton Persona | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Persona | Crown |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |