1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, both 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma and 1996 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1996 Proton 300 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
Model | Carisma | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |