2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Perdana | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
