1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Neon and 1998 Ford Puma were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 99 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 1998 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Puma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
