1998 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton 400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton 400 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
