2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
