2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 15 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Dacia | Plymouth |
Model | Logan | Neon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |