1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | S-10 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
