2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Pickup | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
