1992 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Proton Saloon. 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 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
