1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 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) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1993 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1993 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Neon | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
