2005 Audi A2 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A2 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
