2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2005 Rover Streetwise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Streetwise | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
