1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 2008 Scion tC
To start off, 2008 Scion tC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Scion tC weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Neon | 2008 Scion tC | |
| Make | Plymouth | Scion |
| Model | Neon | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
