1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 471 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth 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 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Falcon | Neon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |