1998 Honda Life vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Honda Life 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Life | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |