2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (148 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Accord | Perdana |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |