1987 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, 2005 Proton Impian is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Impian weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Impian |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
