1994 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 948 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Neon | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Neon | Discovery |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |