1984 Buick Century vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Century (85 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 1984 Buick Century, 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, 1984 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Century | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Century | Juara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2400 mm |
