1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
