2012 Lexus CT vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana.
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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus CT | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Lexus | Proton |
| Model | CT | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2640 mm |
