1998 Nissan Almera vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, both 1998 Nissan Almera 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Almera weights approximately 49 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 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Almera | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Nissan | Proton |
Model | Almera | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |