2000 Acura RL vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Acura | Proton |
| Model | RL | Persona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
