1972 Nissan President vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | President | Juara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
