1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |