2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon.
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, 1994 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | i10 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
