1996 Proton Perdana vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Perdana | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Perdana | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
