2009 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Insight | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |