1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Sidewinder and 1999 Proton Persona were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1999 Proton Persona | |
Make | Dodge | Proton |
Model | Sidewinder | Persona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |