2009 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 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 A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A8 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
