1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Juara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
