1996 Proton Saloon vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Proton Saloon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Saloon | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
