1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Neon | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Neon | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |