2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Neon weights approximately 46 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 2002 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
