1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Corvette | 400 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
