1997 Morgan 4 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Morgan 4 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
| Model | 4 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
