1990 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Capri | Juara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
