1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1998 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
