1983 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1993 Proton Saloon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon, 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, 1993 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1993 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Capri | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
