1996 Proton 400 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
