1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Scorpio | Neon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
