1994 Proton Saloon vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon, 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Proton Saloon | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Proton | Venturi |
Model | Saloon | 400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |