1995 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 173 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
