1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Camaro | Neon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
