1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Dodge Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
