2004 Proton 300 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 300 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton 300, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 300 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
