2006 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1994 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
