1996 Proton Persona vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Persona, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Persona | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Persona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
