2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |