2003 Proton Saloon vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
