1997 Proton Tiara vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Proton Tiara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Proton Tiara. 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Tiara | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
