2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Vamos | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
