2000 Proton Perdana vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
