1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2002 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1983 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1983 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
| Model | Golf | Juara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
