1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon

To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 29 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.

Because 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1994 Plymouth Neon
Make Mitsubishi Plymouth
Model Starion Neon
Year Released 1988 1994
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5850 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 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 1125 kg 1109 kg


 

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