1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 449 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
