1998 Proton Perdana vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, both 1998 Proton Perdana and 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Perdana weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Perdana | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Perdana | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2060 mm |
