1989 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
