1997 Proton 300 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 300, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton 300 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
