2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Jazz | Neon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |