1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 91 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dacia |
| Model | Neon | Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1750 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
