2009 Ford Flex vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Flex | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
