1999 Honda Today vs. 1991 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Proton Saloon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1991 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Today | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
