2007 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Persona weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1995 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | Persona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |