1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, both 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon and 1999 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1999 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
Model | Space Wagon | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |