1983 Ford GT vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona, 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | GT | Persona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
