2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Pontiac | Proton |
Model | GTO | Persona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |