1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 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 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Avanti | Proton |
| Model | Avanti | 400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
