2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 357 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | HR-V | Persona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
