2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |