2003 Honda Life vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Persona weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1995 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Life | Persona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
