1995 Acura Legend vs. 2000 Dodge Neon

To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 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 86 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2000 Dodge Neon
Make Acura Dodge
Model Legend Neon
Year Released 1995 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2650 mm


 

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