2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 191 kg more than 1995 Plymouth 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Vectra | Neon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |