2005 Proton Juara vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 1991 Ford Laser, 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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Proton | Ford |
| Model | Juara | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
