2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 121 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 79 L |
