2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 474 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chrysler Neon (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1135 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
