2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Highlander | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
Model | Highlander | Neon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 42 L |