1984 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1989 Proton Saloon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Proton Saloon. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Proton Saloon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Proton Saloon. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1989 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
