1999 Honda Z vs. 2000 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Proton Saloon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Proton Saloon.
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, 2000 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2000 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Z | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
