2001 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2001 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Neon (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge 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, 2001 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Neon | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | MCC |
Model | Neon | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1820 mm |