1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Sunfire | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
