1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 463 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Camaro | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
