1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| 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 | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
