2005 Proton 300 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Proton 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Proton 300. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 300 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
