1997 Proton 400 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 400, 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton 400 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
