1998 Proton Perdana vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1998 Proton Perdana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Perdana weights approximately 663 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Perdana | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Perdana | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |