1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Prelude | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
