1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2002 Proton Saloon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Saloon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
