1993 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 491 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota 4Runner | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | 4Runner | Neon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
