2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | S-MX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
