1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1014 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Explorer | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
