1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 511 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Jeep | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2659 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
