1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Colt | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
