1999 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 5 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2004 Proton 300 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |