2002 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 180 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
