1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, both 1996 Audi RS2 and 1996 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Audi | Proton |
Model | RS2 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |