2008 Tata Safari vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 811 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Tata | Plymouth |
| Model | Safari | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
