1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Lancer | Juara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
