2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Perdana weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Accord | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 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 | 1193 kg | 1245 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 |