1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
