1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1998 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Dodge 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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Neon. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Cavalier | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
