1997 Proton Persona vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1997 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Persona | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Persona | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
