1998 Proton Persona vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona.
Because 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Persona | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Persona | Juara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 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 |
