1995 Acura Legend vs. 1998 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1998 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | Legend | Neon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
