1990 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Proton Impian
To start off, 2001 Proton Impian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Impian weights approximately 167 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2001 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Impian |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
