2000 Opel Signum vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 7 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 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 330 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 (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Signum | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
