1993 Proton Persona vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Persona | Juara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
