1980 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Proton Arena weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | Arena |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
