2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 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 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | HCD-7 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
