1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 289 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 121 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
