1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xB weights approximately 264 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, 2012 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Plymouth | Scion |
| Model | Neon | xB |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
