2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Plymouth Neon | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Neon | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
