1994 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 970 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 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Navara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
