2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Plymouth 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Renault | Plymouth |
| Model | Laguna | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
