1995 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. 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 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
