1990 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 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.
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 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
