1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 758 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.
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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | Seville | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
