2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
