1991 Plymouth Laser vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Laser 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 40 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 41 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Laser | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Laser | Neon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
