1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Neon | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Plymouth | Proton |
Model | Neon | 400 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |