1996 Proton 300 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 300 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
