2000 Proton Perdana vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
