1998 Kia Joice vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 276 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon. 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Joice | Neon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |