2001 Proton Tiara vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Tiara | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
