1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 185 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Volvo | Proton |
| Model | 1800 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
