1998 Proton Tiara vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 666 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara. 1999 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Tiara | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiara | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |