1997 Chrysler Neon vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Neon and 1997 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 136 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chrysler Neon | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |