1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 440 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Neon | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Neon | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
