1994 Dodge Neon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 397 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
