1995 Proton Saloon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1995 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Proton Saloon | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saloon | Polo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
