2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Proton Saloon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Caterham | Proton |
| Model | 21 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
