1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 605 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
