2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 221 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | S-MX | Neon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 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 | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |