2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 59 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | GT 1 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
