1994 Subaru Impreza vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Impreza | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Subaru | Plymouth |
| Model | Impreza | Neon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
