1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Plymouth | Dacia |
Model | Neon | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |