2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |
