2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Pajero | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
