1996 Proton 400 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 315 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 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
