1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Neon and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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, 1996 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
