2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Prizm | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
