2005 Proton Juara vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Renault 18, 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, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Juara | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
