1996 Proton 400 vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 6 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara.
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 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | 400 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
