2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. Both 2000 Dodge Neon and 1990 Eagle Talon are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Neon | Talon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
