1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Corona | Juara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
