1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, both 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 65 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.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1999 Proton Persona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
Model | Lancer | Persona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |