2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
