2005 Proton Saloon vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Proton Saloon would be higher. Both 2005 Proton Saloon and 1992 Proton Saloon are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Proton Saloon weights approximately 30 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Saloon | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
