2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1997 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Coupe 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 Chrysler Neon (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1997 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Neon | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
