2003 Proton 400 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
