2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 276 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caliber | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
