1999 Nissan Primera vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 1999 Nissan Primera and 1999 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera. 1999 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Primera | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Nissan | Proton |
Model | Primera | Perdana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |