2004 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
