1998 Proton Persona vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Persona | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Persona | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
