2005 Dodge Neon vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Neon | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
