2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1234 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
