1994 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2473 mm |
