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Originally posted by KUL RIDE
The test vehicle was pre-production model, and SCC doubted those output numbers will make the final cut
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Correction! SCC only stated that the development engineer and engine calibrator stated that hte prototype Neon had calibration and hardware which was within several percent of the final production Neon. Even still, taking off 5% less horsepower was still over the factory crank power (215hp & 245lb/ft) figures that were orignially quoted.
And yes, the WRX would have the holeshot advantage but the further you go, a stock Neon turbo would eventually beat a stock WRX based on its 99.5mph trap speed. It's all up to the driver really. Of course rain, gravel, snow, etc, etc would be a different story. From a role, I honestly do not think a stock WRX will be able to hang with the Neon. As a matter of fact, it can't.