2007 Proton Savvy vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Proton Savvy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Savvy (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Savvy should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Proton Savvy.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Savvy | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Savvy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
