2000 Ford Equator vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 7 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, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 103 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Equator | Persona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1834 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2510 mm |
