1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 264 kg more than 1997 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Prelude | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
