1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 99 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 1978 Opel Rekord 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 1978 Opel Rekord. 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Rekord | Juara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
