2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | F-350 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2510 mm |
