1959 Toyota Corona vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Toyota Corona | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | Corona | Neon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
