2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V. 1993 Proton Persona has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Proton Persona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | HR-V | Persona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
