1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
| Model | Neon | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
