2005 Proton Gen-2 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Gen-2 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen-2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
