1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Neon weights approximately 237 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
