1996 Proton 400 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
