1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 TVR T 350 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 2005 TVR T 350. 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Plymouth | TVR |
| Model | Neon | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
