1992 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
