1996 Proton 400 vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 20 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, 1993 Proton Persona (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | 400 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
