1998 Proton Persona vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Persona weights approximately 19 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona, 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Persona | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Persona | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |