1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 401 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Neon | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Mark II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |