1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1999 Proton 300
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet S-10 and 1999 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1999 Proton 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | S-10 | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |