2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 14 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 334 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Sonata | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
