1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
