1994 Plymouth Neon vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 169 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Neon | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | XT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
