1994 Plymouth Neon vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 19 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 442 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Neon | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
