2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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 2007 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Titan | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
