1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 10 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 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Neon | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
