because I'd get shot for this on the Neon forums...
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because I'd get shot for this on the Neon forums...
A little background: I drive a 1998 Plymouth Neon Expresso with a 2.0L DOHC. Before you laugh, it still gets 31 mpg and saves me more than $75/week over driving either my truck or the Bonnie.
While I was getting my oil changed yesterday (yes, I'm lazy), I test drove a 2003 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0 SOHC, since we're looking at getting a second Neon. I LOVED the looks, the braking reaction, and the tight turning radius. I didn't like the looser steering than mine, and here'* the kicker: IT HAD LESS PICKUP THAN MY 98.
Am I completely wrong in thinking that that dual cam in mine doesn't make that much difference, or did I just test drive an unusually sluggish one?
While I was getting my oil changed yesterday (yes, I'm lazy), I test drove a 2003 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0 SOHC, since we're looking at getting a second Neon. I LOVED the looks, the braking reaction, and the tight turning radius. I didn't like the looser steering than mine, and here'* the kicker: IT HAD LESS PICKUP THAN MY 98.
Am I completely wrong in thinking that that dual cam in mine doesn't make that much difference, or did I just test drive an unusually sluggish one?
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
Let'* just ban her and get it over with.
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Originally Posted by Bonneville94V688
Yes, your DOHC Neon is way quicker on acceleration. Here are some specs.
Your Neon
150HP and 131 ft/lbs torque
Newer Neons
132HP and 130 ft/lbd torque
Your Neon
150HP and 131 ft/lbs torque
Newer Neons
132HP and 130 ft/lbd torque
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Originally Posted by lash
Seems like you've already made up your mind, but have you tried a Pontiac G6? You'll like it.
Originally Posted by Bonneville94V688
Consumer guide.
I still have to wonder WHY that makes such a huge difference, though.
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
Originally Posted by BonnieBrougham
I still have to wonder WHY that makes such a huge difference, though.
I was wondering why it'd make such a huge difference on the low speed pick up. I mean, it was rather noticeable. I didn't actually mean a huge difference horsepower-wise. You don't buy a Neon for horsepower...