1995 Plymouth Neon vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 396 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2008 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Neon | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
