2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Plymouth |
| Model | Passat | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
