1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. Both 1999 Kia Sportage and 1994 Plymouth Neon are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 348 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sportage | Neon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
