1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 311 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Zafira | Neon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |