1987 Porsche 924 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon. 1995 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Porsche | Plymouth |
| Model | 924 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
