1999 Proton Saloon vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
