1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. Both 1994 Ford Aspire and 1998 Proton Persona are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Persona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Aspire | Persona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
