1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 176 kg more than 1997 Plymouth 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Neon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
