1995 Proton Persona vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 815 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1995 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1995 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Proton Persona | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Proton | Land Rover |
Model | Persona | LR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |