1996 Proton Perdana vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Perdana | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
