1992 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 580 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | 300 ZX | Juara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
