1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 331 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Neon | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
