1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 414 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Plymouth Neon | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Neon | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |