1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Neon and 1998 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Neon | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
