2005 Proton Saloon vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
