1995 Plymouth Neon vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1995 Plymouth 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Neon | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Neon | V70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |