2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Tundra | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4190 mm | 2640 mm |
