2000 Proton 400 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 400 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
