2004 Acura TL vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 429 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | TL | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
