1999 Honda City vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 6 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | City | Persona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |