2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 2000 Nissan Pickup is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Pickup | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Pickup | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
