1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda S 110 R would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda S 110 R 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 1974 Skoda S 110 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Neon | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 31 L |
