1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Corvette | Neon |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |