2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 251 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Alero | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
