1995 Plymouth Neon vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1983 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Neon | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Neon | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
