1988 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | Gen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
