1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 21 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Arena weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2007 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Arena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
