2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1997 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Proton Saloon. 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1997 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | Accent | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
