1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 764 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 1996 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
