1979 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton Tiara, 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, 2000 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
