1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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 (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Citroen |
| Model | Neon | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3300 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
