1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Ford Escort (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Escort | Juara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |