1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Maverick | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
