1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Neon | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
