1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1995 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1995 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1995 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 911 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
