1996 Proton 400 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
