1995 Honda Today vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Today | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
