2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Navara | 1998 Proton Persona | |
Make | Nissan | Proton |
Model | Navara | Persona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |