1995 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
