1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 1 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 188 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | 021 C | Neon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
