1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | 260 | Juara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |