1983 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 129 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion, 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 Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Orion | Juara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
