1999 Proton Perdana vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 1999 Proton Perdana and 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Perdana | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
