2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 55 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.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Materia | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
