1999 Proton Perdana vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Proton Perdana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. 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 65 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana, 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Perdana | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
