1981 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Accord | Tiara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |