1974 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica 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 (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 139 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1974 Toyota Celica. 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 (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Celica | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | Celica | Neon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
