1971 TVR 2500 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 TVR 2500 (107 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 TVR 2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 TVR 2500 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 TVR 2500 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 TVR 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1971 TVR 2500 has manual transmission. 1971 TVR 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 TVR 2500 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | TVR | Proton |
| Model | 2500 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
