1998 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, both 1998 Ford Contour and 1998 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 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 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Contour | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |