1995 Plymouth Neon vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Neon | V70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |