2005 Proton Saloon vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 920 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
