1998 Proton 300 vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. Both 1998 Proton 300 and 1996 Proton Persona are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 300 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton 300 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | 300 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
