2009 Audi A5 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 16 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 427 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.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A5 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
