2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 986 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.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1994 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Buick Rainier | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Rainier | Neon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |