2003 Dodge Neon vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (159 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Neon (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
