1972 Ford Torino vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 647 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Torino | Juara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
