2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
