2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 679 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Ulysse | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
