1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 14 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 641 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Neon | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 49 L |
