1986 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |