2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Vectra | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |