1997 Proton Saloon vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Proton Saloon. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Saloon | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
