1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 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 76 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 3 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 (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
