2001 Smart ForFour vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForFour | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Smart | Plymouth |
| Model | ForFour | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
