2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2000 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
