2004 Proton Tiara vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Proton Tiara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Proton Tiara. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Tiara | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
