1990 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. 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, 1990 Ford Escort (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Juara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
