1999 Proton Persona vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Proton Persona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Persona | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
