1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 299 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
