1996 Proton 400 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
