1997 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2004 Proton Tiara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Proton Tiara. 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, 1997 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2004 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
