2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |