2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 531 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Berlina | Neon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |