1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-7 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
