2004 Proton Juara vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton Juara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Juara, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 1975 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Juara | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Juara | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
