2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona.
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, 2008 Peugeot Partner (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | Partner | Persona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
