1996 Honda Today vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2004 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Today | Neon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
