2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Rainier | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
