1996 Proton 400 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 615 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
