2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1557 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 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Ram | Persona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
