2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler 300 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 2004 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
