1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 403 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Neon | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
