1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 736 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.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
