2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 11 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Stratus | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
