2001 Proton Tiara vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 835 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Supra 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 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara, 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton Tiara | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Tiara | Supra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |