1998 Proton Perdana vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Perdana | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Perdana | Solara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |