2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 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 45 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 119 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | YRV | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
