1993 Chrysler Neon vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 341 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Neon | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |
