1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 307 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1970 Dodge Challenger 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 1970 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Challenger | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
