2005 Proton Saloon vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
