2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 14 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Neon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |