1993 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 374 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Honda NSX 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | NSX | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
