1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, both 1997 Ford Versailles and 1997 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300.
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 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Versailles | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Versailles | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
