2002 Proton 400 vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 561 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Supra 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 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400, 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, 1987 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton 400 | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
