2003 Proton 400 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
