1996 Honda CRX vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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 CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | CRX | Persona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |