1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
