2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2930 mm |
