2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
