1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, both 1993 Opel Corsa and 1993 Plymouth Neon were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Neon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
