2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Proton | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Perdana | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
