2001 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
