1999 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Legend | Perdana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |