1999 Proton Perdana vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Proton Perdana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Proton Perdana | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Perdana | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |