1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
