2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | Yaris | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
