1995 Nissan Presea vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Presea | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Presea | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
