The computer under the hood is more than likely faulty. I have a 95 Neon (with parts car) and 95 Eclipse. The Eclipse was experiencing the same exact problem. It started out being only an occasional thing, but soon started to happen more often. I took the Computer out of the Eclipse and replaced it with the one from the Neon parts car. The mount and wire harness connection are exactly the same, and it bolted right in. This has completely fixed the problem and the Eclipse now runs like new. The "check engine" light is STILL on, but doesn't seem to be causing any issues. I replaced the computer about 6 months ago, and it hasn't acted the same since. How-ever this MAY be a short term fix, as the new computer module you put in may eventually go bad. You should be able to get a module from a junk yard between $20 - $50, but if you wanna go new the cheapest I've seen is around $150.
check the catalystic converter its getting old and falling apart,it's blocking the engine exhaust....
blown head gasket!
If no codes (check engine light) or rpm fluctation first check fuel pressure
3.1 engine leaks at the intake gasket
Not sure about the revving but the fluid is most likely due to a failed water pump.
I have a 1999 dodge neon that looses power and can't get to cruising speed
The 2.2 engine doesn't have much HP to begin with. It's probably giving you all it has.
smalltime here, generally your compression rings on your pistons are shot ormabey worse case senerio cracked block! hope this helps. smalltime.
check for clogged fuel filter, incorrect or improperly gapped spark plugs, or ignition timing
Yes, as long as you have a fully charged battery and good starter the engine will start even if the alternator is defective. The engine will run until the battery looses it's charge, which it will. if the alternator is bad.
Over time parts of the engine get worn and are less efficient meaning that the engine looses some power (but generally not enough to notice). It also gathers miles and becomes loose so does not work as well.
No "drug" looses dog smell(s)/or if you call frebreeze a drug then yes. there is.