2000 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Proton Saloon. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | Saloon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |