1996 Proton 400 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Proton 400 and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 195 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, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Proton 400 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Proton | Renault |
Model | 400 | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |