1996 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 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 Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
