2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Proton Saloon would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Ikon and 1990 Proton Saloon are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Proton Saloon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ikon | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
