1996 Proton 400 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 375 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
