2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton 300 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Proton 300. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
