2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 397 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Tribute | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
