1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 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:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Porsche | Plymouth |
| Model | 911 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1335 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
