1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 38 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 171 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
