1996 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, 2000 Proton 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2000 Proton 300 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Accord | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 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 | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |