1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 349 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mini |
| Model | Neon | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
