2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler Neon (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
