1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Daimler | Plymouth |
Model | Conquest | Neon |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |