1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 953 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 1995 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Neon | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
