2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Naked | Neon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |