1993 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, 2003 Proton Arena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Arena (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort.
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, 2003 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Arena |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
