1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Neon would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
