1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 19 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 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 37 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Neon | Getz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
