2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge 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 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
