1998 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Neon and 1998 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Neon weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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 Dodge Neon (175 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Neon | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
