1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Neon | 959 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
